Kawasaki Z1000 2010 vs. KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010

Kawasaki Z1000 2010

Kawasaki Z1000 2010

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000 2010 compared to KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010

Kawasaki Z1000 2010
KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore77 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke62.4 mm
Engine powerEngine power138 HPEngine power131 HP
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, PetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height55 %
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height865 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity18.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000 2010

Kawasaki Z1000 2010

Some made a noble impression at first glance, but the Japanese managed to screw up the whole bike by fitting a single rancid part (exhaust, indicators, swingarm, fork,...). Kawasaki brings the Z 1000 in 2010 all new and all serious.

Satisfaction in the saddle

plenty of power

pure pull

good chassis

comfort

sophisticated design

tightly tuned suspension elements

more direct handling.

Slightly suboptimal brake inputs - but still quite acceptable.

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010

Engine, chassis and brakes mastered the tough test in the race perfectly. The world press was convinced and is now reporting around the globe about a race on a racing motorbike that is actually a normal road bike with registration, warranty and number plate.

Powerful engine

plenty of power

positive handling

sophisticated design

adjustment options

braking system.

Chassis is not suitable for beginners

visually remains the same.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000 vs KTM 990 Super Duke R

Price Kawasaki Z1000

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Price KTM 990 Super Duke R

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